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Trafalgar - Hawaiian Discovery Premium (01/2023 - 12/2023) (DHKPN18)

11 Days From Honolulu to Lihue (Kauai)
Tour Style: Country Explorer
Trafalgar Brochure Price from $4,630.00
Brochures: USA Canada and Central America 2023, V1 USA Canada and Central America 2024
Visits: United States

Get on island time as you discover Hawaii’s authentic tropical paradise, including Kilauea Volcano and Kuai's magical Tunnel of Trees and Waimea Canyon State Park. Tour Honolulu’s Pearl Harbor, relax in Kona, learn from locals how coffee is made, and get a fascinating insight into Manta Ray conservation.
Choice Highlights

Must-see Highlights
  • : Explore a local coffee plantation on the Big Island of Hawaii and wonders of Manta Rays in Keauhou Beach with a Local Specialist
  • : Discover Honolulu, Kailua-Kona
  • : Visit Pearl Harbor, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii Ocean Science Park, a local farm on Maui, Waimea Canyon, and Grove Farm Sugar Plantation with a Local Specialist
  • : See Oahu's spectacular North Shore, Punalu'u Beach, Hawaii's most famous black sand beach frequented by sea turtles basking in the sun, Kauai's magical Tunnel of Trees

Iconic Experience
  • Pearl Harbour: Visit Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial as well as the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific for a moving and unforgettable experience.
  • Honolulu: Visit the historically significant Iolanai Palace, the only royal palace in the United States.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
  • Kona: You will have the choice of visiting a deep Ocean Salt farm to learn about the importance of salt in Hawaiian culture and its production from the deep ocean or visiting the Kanaloa Octopus Farm where researchers are exploring new techniques for aquaculture and sustainable farming.

Be My Guest
  • Maui: Relish an educational farm-to-fork experience and help gather fresh produce for your al fresco lunch.

Trafalgar Tour Itinerary

Day 1A Warm Welcome To Honolulu
Embrace a tropical state of mind on this uplifting encounter with the best Hawaii has to offer. Your first brush with traditional Hawaiian hospitality begins this evening when you join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a local-style Welcome Reception with magnificent Waikiki beach as your backdrop.
Visits: Honolulu, Oahu, Waikiki
Meals: Welcome Reception
Accommodation: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 2Discover The History Of Honolulu
Today we will visit Pearl Harbor National Monument and the USS Arizona Memorial as well as drive through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. USS Arizona tickets are subject to NPS availability not known till day before visit. Also today in downtown Honolulu we will see Iolani Palace, the King Kamehameha I Statue and State Capitol Building. The rest of the afternoon is free.
Visits: Pearl Harbour, Honolulu
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 3Journey To The Big Island
Fly to the Big Island of Hawaii, on arrival in the charming town of Hilo you will have time to explore and enjoy the beautiful Liliuokalani Gardens, the largest ornamental Japanese gardens outside Japan. Next visit the UNESCO listed Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to see the Thurston Lava Tube (when open) and learn about the geology of the Islands. We continue along the coast to Punalu’u Beach park, famous for its black sand and Hawaiian green sea turtles. This evening as we arrive in Kailua Kona, we meet our Local Specialist who will share insights into the graceful Manta rays that are clearly visible from the hotel before enjoying rich Island flavors at dinner tonight.
Visits: Oahu, Kona, Keauhou
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 4Play Your Way In Kona
Take a moment and savor the calming sounds of the sea as you decide how best to indulge in a free day to explore Kona’s beautiful landscapes. Relax in sun-kissed surrounds or ask your Travel Director for suggestions on how to tackle the great outdoors.
Visits: Kona, Keauhou
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 5Experience The Sights, Flavours And Wildlife Of Hawaii Make Travel Matter
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® as we visit the Hawaii Ocean Science and Technology Park here you will visit the Hawaii Sea Salt farm to learn about the importance of Salt in Hawaiian culture and discover how Salt is produced from the deep ocean water. The Salt produced at this unique facility comes from water drawn from 2200 feet below the surface of the ocean and is prized by gourmet chefs for the purity and unique mineral content. You will not only see the process of producing salt but you will also taste a number of different salts in a curated tasting to explore the flavor profiles of this Hawaiian Sea Salt. Your visit will support efforts to clean up marine debris and preserve cultural sites like the Papahanaumokuaka Marine National Monument, the largest UNESCO World Heritage site in the world and part of the State of Hawaii. We return to the lively town of Kailua Kona where you will have time to explore before we return to the resort. This evening lose yourself in the moment as we embrace the wonderful tradition of the Hawaiian Luau and enjoy a dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails.
Visits: Keauhou, Hilo, Kahului (Maui), Kaanapali Beach, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 6Explore The Natural Wonders Of Maui
We Connect With Locals during a visit to a unique coffee plantation to learn how coffee is grown and roasted before we travel to the airport for a short flight to Maui. On arrival we enjoy a Be My Guest Experience at a local sustainable farm in the high country of Maui. Enjoy a healthy lunch with wine before we journey to our resort on stunning Kaanapali beach. As the sun sets over the Pacific, take a gentle stroll to nearby Whalers Village or venture into old town Lahaina to dine at one of the many restaurants.
Visits: Maui
Meals: Breakfast, Be My Guest
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 7Entice Your Senses In Maui
Warm your heart and soul in paradise, spending the day at leisure exploring Maui on your terms. This evening, join your fellow travelers for an oceanside dinner in your luxurious resort.
Visits: Maui
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 8Onwards To Lihue, Kauai
Enjoy a leisurely start to your day before heading to the airport for your short flight to the natural wonderland of Kauai. Set your watch to island time and get settled in at your beachfront hotel.
Visits: Maui, Lihue (Kauai)
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort - Moderate (Mountain Garden View), First Class (Lanai/Ocean View), Premier (Pool/Ocean View)
Day 9Uncover The Wonder Of Waimea Canyon State Park
Drive through the island's famous Tunnel of Trees and continue to Waimea Canyon State Park, one of the Hawaiian Islands most awe-inspiring sites. Dubbed the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” you will drive all the way up the canyon. The result of thousands of years of erosion, the canyon walls offer a canvas of brilliant shades of red, brown, green, blue, gray and purple, with shadows and light producing a never-ending show.
Visits: Kauai, Waimea
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort - Moderate (Mountain Garden View), First Class (Lanai/Ocean View), Premier (Pool/Ocean View)
Day 10Find Your Island Adventure
Enjoy a free day discovering Kauai and its many natural wonders. Consider a helicopter flight over the Na Pali Coast and Manawaiopuna Falls or immerse yourself in the laidback lifestyle of the locals. Our island hop through Hawaii almost at its end, we join our Travel Director and travel companions for a Farewell Dinner.
Visits: Kauai
Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Accommodation: Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort - Moderate (Mountain Garden View), First Class (Lanai/Ocean View), Premier (Pool/Ocean View)
Day 11A Fond Farewell
For now it’s a fond a hui hou... until we meet again. Make your way to Lihue Airport or consider extending your stay on Kauai.
Visits: Kauai
Meals: Breakfast


Available Room Types: Single, Triple, Twin
Child: ages 5 to 17

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